Financial Analyst - Internal Audit jobs in Mumbai at General Mills

This job requires following capabilities to be successful -

Higher order knowledge on accounting (US & International GAAP),Audit & regulatory aspect at Global Level
High degree of accuracy and timeliness due to compliance/regulatory nature of work
Stakeholder management including GIA & GIC executives
Ability to analyze with technical/regulatory/policy perceptive and arrive at conclusions
Ability to quickly grasp, influence, convince, communicate & present point of view to senior executives

70% of Time Operational Responsibilities

SOX Compliance Testing -
Responsible for SOX Compliance testing of allocated L3 & L4 Controls (Controls with high complexity and involving significant judgement) ensuring high quality testing, good documentation and on time completion of all SOX Controls so allocated.
Stakeholder (Global Internal Controls) management
Impart Process training as required to PG45 & PG50 employees
Examine, brainstorm and discuss any learnings from SOX testing post each cycle for self and team
Support with other Adhoc activities as required in analysis of SOX results
Work with Minimum Direction to ensure timely and quality testing
FSS Risk and Control
Responsible for testing operating effectiveness of the FSS process assigned
Be the SME for FSS Process assigned to be tested
Support team with adhoc activities as required
LSA Backup handing the process independently and ensuring no escalation

20% of Time o Ensure Quality Assurance Program for assigned functions is carried out and reported in dashboard.

Ensure to get Control Design Evaluation for assigned function done on annual basis to identify critical non-SOX processes and design gaps through team members.
Stakeholder (assigned FSS Function) management
To support FSS and GBS India for adhoc review. Carry out reviews from policy, accounting and operations risk perspective.
Assist in interfacing and coordinating audits and reviews with General Mills Internal and External Auditors

5% of Time o Embracing CI mindset & drive change in their processes

Ensure accurate tracking of HMM ideas and implementation
Drive 5% Efficiencies in the process

5% of Time

Others

Participate in CSR/Employee Engagement/L&D or other initiatives at site level
Additional Projects

Education
Minimum Degree Requirements: Bachelors
Preferred Degree Requirements: Masters
Preferred Major Area of Study: Finance & Accounting
Required Professional Certifications: Chartered Accountant
Preferred Professional Certifications: CISA
Experience
Minimum years of related experience required: 5-6 years
Preferred years of related experience: 5-6 years
Specific Job Experience Or Skills Needed

Knowledge of internal control concepts, internal auditing standards, and risk assessment practices.
Advanced MS Office computer skills (i.e. Word, Excel, Access, Outlook)
Ability to challenge & recommend changes to enhance effectiveness for stakeholders
Ability to multi task on simultaneous projects and teams
Experience related to auditing information systems preferred

General Mills is reshaping the future of food. We believe food makes us better. It nourishes our bodies, brings us joy and connects us to each other. As one of the world's leading food companies, General Mills operates in more than 100 countries and markets more than 100 consumer brands, including Cheerios, Nature Valley, Betty Crocker, Yoplait, Annie's Homegrown, Old El Paso, Epic Provisions, Blue Buffalo and more. Are you passionate about the future of food? You've come to the right table. We want the very best talent to help lead something big.
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